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   RonL

   Indiana

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 23, 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   We made a reservation. They did not have a table. They invited us to sit outside, where we were never served.

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   Lollie523

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 10, 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience3

   Horrible service, took forever for food. Food came out at all different times over the course of 40 min. Service was horrible unable to even get a drink. Would not return here

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   Beccabec

   Orlando

   10 reviews

   4.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on July 10, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience3

   Good food and good service! They only have a few tables in a lively bar.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orlando

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on June 25, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our group ordered the Avacado hummus, Crab cake sliders, lobster tacos, and short rib grilled cheese. Everything was amazing! The ingredients were high quality and fresh.

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   keepingupwiththejohnsons

   Orlando

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on June 25, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Anything black is beautiful 🤎Chef Jordan came out and introduced himself and the food was amazing and well seasoned. Our server AND bartender is the epitome of brown girl magic 🪄. Drinks and service was flowing. She came back to check on us several times. The Night Shade Lounge next door seemed to be a vibe as well; can’t wait to come back

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Exclusive

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This restaurant was very professional and at the same time very personable! The owner.. VERY FRIENDLY .. with customers & staff. The cooked asked us how the food was & even the bartender greeted su. The food was so good & tasty!

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 17, 2022

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Super nice! Cute inside and an interesting spin on some classic food.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 4, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience3

   It was good food and service, but it was very noisy inside making conversation difficult.

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   WendiV

   Orlando

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 28, 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   We waited in the restaurant for an hour for them to basically not honor our reservation. After they sat us, it took 20 minutes for server even to come over. Then they told us they were no longer accepting food orders because the kitchen was too busy (we even asked if we could get a bowl of soup or a salad and they said no). No one apologized or even tried to make amends (comp a drink, free app for next visit, etc). The service and staff were completely unprofessional. I have worked in the restaurant industry and have experienced getting in the weeds but the lack of professionalism at this restaurant was beyond the pale.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience3

    Service was beyond terrible! We had reservations, then they f didn’t want to give us a table. We finally got a table. The waiter took our order. Then came back 20 minutes later to say they were out of one of the items we ordered. He would substitute anything we wanted on him. We chose something He brought out 1 entree of the 4 and we waited. Then we got one more and then one more. Finally we asked about the 4th one. He went to check and said it had never been placed. He came back again and said they were out of that one too. But we could order something else. We had finished eating the other 3 entrees by then and told him to bring the bill. He did not comp us anything. Not even the meal that he said was on him. Food was ok. Service was lees than poor!! Would never recommend this place.

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Great service, we sat at the bar and the bar manager was awesome. Next time I’m in the Orlando area I will keep this spot in mind. For sure worth coming back to!

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    Awesome

    Tallahassee

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were going to a Concert afterwards so it was a good place to party beforehand, and within walking distance to The stadium

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    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The chicken and waffles were amazing !

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    PaulaC

    Oklahoma City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    We made a reservation but needed to sit at the bar. It was a busy night (event at Amway Center that night). Good great, service not so much.

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15. JM

    JimereM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were traveling in from Wisconsin for an event. We happen to find this place and it was outstanding. It was my friends birthday and they made it a whole event. Food was also outstanding. Own very nice, staff fantastic. I will make sure to go any time I'm in Orlando.

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    darat

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience1

    Absolutely the worst. Let’s start with the food. NONE of the photos on line are accurate- I was told by the staff. They were done for a photo shoot when they opened 3 years ago and don’t actually come out looking like that. Bait and switch!!!! The lobster hamburger was hilarious!!! Literally- look at the photo of what we expected / it’s all over their Facebook- and look at what we received. The lobster was small, dry and the size of a quarter. Second the price/ so expensive and 3rd the portions- you pay a lot for little portions and we left hungry. 5 adults- 5 meals/ 1 appetizer/ 2 extra sides of fries and 1 bowl of chips and not a drop left and could have eaten a tad more- bill was $120 and NO alcohol. This was the lunch menu. 4th the atmosphere/ loud- incense smell and half dressed girls- not a family friendly environment and there were a few tables with middle schoolers. Last- it was my sons 30th- I asked for a dessert for him at the end that I said I’d pay for completely. They said they give a dessert for birthdays and not to worry. We ordered, ate, paid, hung around, told my waitress twice and eventually left/ nothing was done at all! There are so many other restaurants/ sadly as a local- I won’t make the trip back here.

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    Brian

    Raleigh

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    Went before a soccer match and they were overwhelmed… our server was polite and considerate but the food took about an hour to come.. drink order about 30-40 mins since it seemed they preferenced the club next door over us. Food was average for a pub. Nothing great but not bad. Convenient location only reason to go here…

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    Chels

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Frank was so nice!! Thank you for all the recommendations !

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    Ajl189

    Orlando

    27 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall3food2service2ambience3

    Had a 5:30 reservation. Arrived about 40 minutes early and was seated to get drinks while waiting for rest of our group. 45 minutes later and we still did not have our drink order despite the server promising "I'm getting them right now". Yes, they were busy because there was a concert and a Magic game, but we had a reservation-we we're not a surprise. Drinks finally came after 70 minutes. The food came out in drive and drabs - my short rib sliders were missing the cheese, had mushrooms despite me asking for them to be left off, and the meat was very chewy. Others felt the food was just okay. Would not go back.

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall4food4service2ambience4

    Too much was going on in Orlando that night. They needed 4x the help. Food was good!

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    Starryeyed81

    Fort Lauderdale

    33 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience4

    Very disappointed in service & overall experience. We made reservations in hopes of celebrating a birthday prior to going to Amway center. Unfortunately they were under staffed and only had 1 person running the bar & floor. We left before even getting a menu. The main reason for leaving was because the party of 7 before our party hadn’t even been given drinks and they had waited over 15min & were only sat at the table. Once that party left without being served it was just a matter of time until our party left as well.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience3

    They were charging $50 for Andre…. it’s $8.00 at target. Also, they only had 4 options for food.. idk if they’re shutting down soon or something but that was ridiculous.

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23. JL

    JillianL

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    Absolutely horrible service. It took 20 minutes to get our drink order only to find out that they didn’t carry a particular liquor we ordered. It took us following up on our beverages to even find out

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24. KV

    KimberlyV

    Atlanta

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience4

    They are very under staffed. The chef was on the floor helping out, and we enjoyed meeting him, he even shared some of his gumbo with the table. Food was fantastic and waitress was very friendly. We will be back! Pork sliders and nachos were our favorite!

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    KresM

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience5

    Food was great, sit at the bar if you want any drink service

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    brittanyb

    Naples

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    Waited 5 minutes at the hostess to be noticed, and a bartender took pity on us. Waitress walked away while we were giving her our order, and then our food was cold and rubbery. Not worth it

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    Jordan

    Orlando

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Made a reservation via open table and got there 5 minutes after and they had given my table away and told me to come back after the event that was at the amway. VERY disappointed

    The District GastrobarResponded on March 7, 2022Unfortunately, your party arrived 15mins after the reservation time as the restaurant was completely booked with reservation and walk-ins during the event/concert time. Our policy is to hold reservations for 15 mins before sitting the next party. We apologize for not being able to accommodate your party and would like to invite you back on us.

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    SueP

    Jacksonville

    11 reviews

    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Made reservations via Open Table for 4:00 PM as we were attending a concert. We arrived at 4:00 as the restaurant opens at that time. We went in and we were the ONLY ones in there. 2 hostesses greeted us, we said we were checking in for our reservation, they looked it up and confirmed. One hostess prepared a table for 2 however, they then got together and started talking, then they said “parties of two have open seating at the bar”. We told them we were there for a dinner date, confirmed a reservation, were on time and NOBODY was there. They pointed to the bar, we walked over and decided to leave. We were really disappointed with the staff and with missing out on the opportunity to dine there. The bar also smelled like stale bar water, and was another reason why we left, not very appetizing.

    The District GastrobarResponded on March 7, 2022We apologize for the oversight of our wait staff and have taken measures to address your concerns to ensure this does not occur again. Additionally, we have addressed your concern over bar water smell you mentioned and discontinued using the vinegar based cleaning solution to sanitize the bar top. We apologize for the experience you had and would welcome you back to experience the both the customer service and food quality we pride ourselves on.

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    RitaV

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food and service was outstanding

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    swillie

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My brother and I needed a place to dine before a concert at the Amway. I found this place, researched comments and booked a reservation. I am so happy I did! The food was terrific and the service excellent. Mia was a fantastic server, always checking on us to be sure we were doing well, but not overbearing. We will definitely return!

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    JOPa

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Table of 2 on a Friday night in February. There was a hockey game going on. Restaurant was quiet. Staff was super friendly and respectful, food was so good! We had wings, truffle fries and shrimp tacos. Wings were crispy and dry rub was amazing! Ambience is really nice. Cool area. Lots of $10 parking lots run by locals. NOT GLUTEN FREE FRIENDLY!

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Went for valentine's days, they had a special menu for the day. Waitress informed us that everything is prepared and made in house. Overall the food was good and proportioned. I have a shellfish allergy so it only left me with one option on the special menu. Personally I would of liked the app and bread pudding dessert to have been a little larger proportion.

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    JohnH

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Elevated pub food, very well done. Burger was excellent. Food prices were reasonable. Drinks were well made, though expensive. Service was attentive and friendly.

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    Mowh

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience2

    Even though we had a reservation and there were Empty Tables, they told us they could only accommodate us at the bar. After ordering our dinner they were out of many items on their menu including steak. We ended up having to cancel our dinners and left after only one drink.

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It may look like your average downtown restaurant/bar , but the District Gastrobar is anything but! I wandered in with two friends on a Tuesday evening , looking for taco Tuesday vibes and was immediately greeted by the friendly staff and good vibe / ambience . We ordered the fried lobster tacos ( never heard of these before and they sounded amazing !).When our tacos arrived, our expectations were exceeded. I can’t forget to mention the drinks! I think it was called the Hemingway - nice presentation and delicious! By the end of our dinner we were planning our next visit for Sunday brunch!

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience4

    Food ok. NO ALCOHOL. Was not mentioned during our reservation set up :(

    The District GastrobarResponded on January 31, 2022We apologize for not having bar service available. The bar is undergoing a change in its license which caused bar service to be suspended temporarily. We would like to offer you complimentary drinks upon your return.

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37. CO

    CeatsOrlando

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    I've always wanted to visit this place but it had never worked out. After an invite here I decided to drop by on a Saturday. The restaurant wasn't too busy which was great. The venue next door was having a party (the two are connected) while the vibe in the restaurant was more chill but great music (R&B vibe) which is hard to find in restaurants in Orlando. The music from next door was drowning out the restaurant a bit which was distracting but again sounded fun. The restaurant is a little dark but the time we went there was still some light outside which helped. We ordered a few items. Orleans pasta which is like a cajun chicken alfredo, lobster sliders, and wings. The lobster sliders were one of the most amazing things I've ever had. Seriously will order them every time I get the chance. My bf had the pasta and he loved it. I got to try it and agree it was amazing. My wings were really good. They tasted homemade down to the sauce which I loved. They had a great drink menu and a few other food items I can't wait to get back and try. Heads up the restaurant is a lounge-like vibe so it is smaller but the booths are super comfortable. The reviews were mixed but I had a great experience and am glad I went when I did as it seems like they have made many improvements.

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    Kasper

    Orlando

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    I was the only guest there for dinner. Had found it via the app and the menu looked interesting, at the restaurant a few items was missing from the actual menu so I ordered tacos (2) with a side of fries. The ingredients of the taco was good quality and well prepared. Flavor wise a bit lacking, but I do know that’s subjective. The fries were really good. Not sure I’ll come back unless I’m attending an event at the arena or stadium next door, as the flavor, portion and price was a bit out of balance in my subjective opinion . That said food quality was good nothing wrong with ingredients or preparation

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2022

    overall1food1service3ambience1

    Reservation at 8pm. Didn’t get served until 9:45pm. Food was not anywhere close to what the menu said. Service took 15-20 minutes. I’ve never wrote a review before but the food was terrible and would not go back.

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    timc

    Tampa

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    great food, creative. drinks were good as well, service was great

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